Gorontalo, May 15, 2025 —Fakultas MIPA UNG

The Geography Laboratory of the Geography Education Study Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Gorontalo State University (UNG) received a special visit from the students of the Al Izzah Pohuwato Integrated Islamic Elementary School (SD IT), Wednesday (15/05/2025).

This educational visit is part of the "Study Tour" program initiated by SD IT Al Izzah to provide learning experiences outside the classroom to students, especially in the fields of earth sciences and geography. Around 45 grade IV students and accompanying teachers were received directly by the team of lecturers and laboratory of the Geography Education Study Program of FMIPA UNG.

The visit was officially opened by Ms. Masruroh, M.Pd., Coordinator of the Geography Education Study Program, along with Mr. Moh. Khamal Salote, S.Pd., M.Si., representing the Head of the Geography Laboratory at UNG. “We are very pleased to welcome this first visit from the students of SD IT Al Izzah Pohuwato. We hope this visit provides them with valuable insights and new experiences in the fascinating world of geography,” said Ms. Masruroh.

During the visit, the students were introduced to various laboratory tools such as GPS devices, geological compasses, thematic maps, and several simulations related to geographic science. The activities were designed to be interactive and tailored to the age and needs of elementary school students. This visit ended with a group photo session and the handing over of souvenirs from the school to the Geography Education Study Program of FMIPA UNG as a sign of gratitude for the acceptance and learning provided.

Through this activity, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo reaffirmed its commitment as an inclusive higher education institution actively supporting primary education and promoting scientific literacy among the younger generation